2022 UNPRECEDENTED
Cabernet Sauvignon
unprecedented ~ not the same as what was previously known or done.
Rich layers of dark cherry, blackberry, and cassis unfold with subtle cocoa and spice, supported by beautifully refined tannins. Elegant yet powerful, this wine lingers effortlessly and rewards both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring.
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Item Ships: May 4, 2026
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
Sept/Oct 2022
Aging
280Months in 100% New French Oak
Bottling Date
2/5/2024
Alcohol %
15.4
Wine Profile
Vintage Notes
The 2022 grape harvest in Oakville, Napa Valley, was a season of contrasts, marked by both challenges and high-quality fruit. After a wet winter, the region faced a heatwave during the summer, which caused some vine stress and uneven ripening. However, Oakville’s diverse terroir helped many vineyards navigate these extremes, leading to a harvest that began earlier than usual in early September. The Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville’s signature varietal, showed concentrated flavors and firm tannins, while other Bordeaux varietals also benefited from the smaller berries and intense fruit expression. Despite the challenges, the ‘22 vintage promised wines with great depth and complexity, showcasing the resilience of Napa Valley’s growers.
Production Notes
26 Cases Produced
Winemaker Notes
"Deep garnet-purple in color with remarkable depth and saturation, the 2022 *Unprecedented* Napa Cabernet Sauvignon immediately signals concentration and polish. The palate opens with a lush, juicy entry, unfolding layers of sweet cherry, ripe blackcurrant, and dense blackberry compote, framed by lifted red fruit aromatics that add brightness and precision.
On the mouth, subtle undertones of cocoa nib, graphite, and warm baking spice emerge with air, adding complexity without overpowering the fruit. Compact yet finely grained tannins provide a refined structural backbone, seamlessly integrated with vibrant acidity.
The wine carries effortlessly through a long, resonant finish that lingers for nearly two minutes, leaving impressions of dark fruit and savory nuance. I love the tapering out effect that this elegant, focused, and expressive, this reserve bottling captures both richness and restraint.
I believe cellared and cared for well, this wine will survive to 2038 and beyond. 100% New Tarandaud barrique for 28 months, Just 25 cases produced, bottled unfiltered and unfined." ~ Kirk Venge
Other Notes
95 Points - Decanter Magazine (Tasted by: Jonathan Cristaldi at Calistoga, California, 23 Feb 2025):
"The ‘Unprecedented’ bottling is a blend of exceptional sites in Rutherford, Atlas Peak, and Oakville, aged for 27 months in 100% new French oak. A standout in 2022, this wine exudes terrific tannic tension and freshness, delivering a red- and black-toned fruit profile with perfumed aromatics and remarkable intensity. The medium-bodied palate is driven by crunchy red fruit, pomegranate seed minerality, and a vibrant rush of salinity, leading to a long, structured finish.”
Drink 2025-2035
https://www.decanter.com/wine-reviews/usa/california/implicit-cellars-unprecedented-napa-valley-2022-97300